Spiced Apple Liqueur
This warming apple liqueur is lightly sweetened with brown sugar, real cinnamon stick, and fresh apples for a downhome flavor. It's the perfect thing to sip on cool winter nights!
Equipment
- 2 quart mason jar
- 1 Chef's knife
Ingredients
- 2 cups unflavored vodka, or Everclear; high proof
- 1-2 apples, diced
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, up to 1 cup
- 5 cloves
- fresh nutmeg, 2-3 grates or a dash
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a jar. Close and shake well.
- Store the jar in a cool, dry place. Shake daily for at least one week.
- Allow the mixture to steep for an additional week or two, or until it has a strong apple flavor).
- Strain out the apples and spices and add the mixture to a fresh jar.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Store the finished liqueur in a cool, dry place for 6 months to a year.
- Adjust the spices. If you have more spices on hand, add them! This drink would be great with star anise, black peppercorn, and even a whole vanilla bean.
- Add a citrus peel. The bright flavors of an orange peel or lemon zest would pair well with the rich spices and aroma of brown sugar.
- Try a different alcohol. You can use any neutral spirit for this recipe. Darker spirits, like brown rum, will add even more flavor.